Grilled Seafood, Meat, Poultry Seasoning

This homemade seasoning blend is a kitchen essential for elevating any grilled or roasted dish. Combining the foundational punch of salt and garlic with the smoky sweetness of paprika, it creates a robust flavor profile suitable for seafood, chicken, beef, or pork. The addition of cayenne provides a gentle kick, while dried thyme and oregano introduce aromatic herbal notes that complement charred flavors. Perfect for weekend barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this mix ensures consistent, restaurant-quality seasoning without the additives found in store-bought bottles. Keep a jar stocked in your pantry for instant flavor enhancement on steaks, shrimp, or vegetables.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 12

Calories: 5.6

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This homemade seasoning blend is a kitchen essential for elevating any grilled or roasted dish. Combining the foundational punch of salt and garlic with the smoky sweetness of paprika, it creates a robust flavor profile suitable for seafood, chicken, beef, or pork. The addition of cayenne provides a gentle kick, while dried thyme and oregano introduce aromatic herbal notes that complement charred flavors. Perfect for weekend barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this mix ensures consistent, restaurant-quality seasoning without the additives found in store-bought bottles. Keep a jar stocked in your pantry for instant flavor enhancement on steaks, shrimp, or vegetables.

Ingredients

1/4 cup Salt
1 tablespoon Granulated garlic
1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Paprika
3/4 teaspoon Granulated onion
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon Dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon Dried oregano

Directions

1
Place 1/4 cup of salt into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
2
Add 1 tablespoon of granulated garlic, 1 tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of paprika to the bowl.
3
Stir in 3/4 teaspoon of granulated onion, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano.
4
Whisk all ingredients together thoroughly until the spices are evenly distributed and no large clumps remain.
5
Transfer the finished seasoning blend into an airtight glass jar.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 58500.6mg2438%
Total Carbohydrate 1.2g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness.

Use generously on seafood, meat, or poultry before grilling or roasting. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on your preferred heat level.

For a sweeter profile, you can add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar to the mix.

Keywords: seasoning, rub, grilling, spice-blend, barbecue, garlic-powder, onion-powder, smoked-paprika, cayenne, thyme, oregano, herbs, meat-rub, seafood-seasoning, chicken-rub, homemade-spices, pantry-staple, flavor-boost, roasting

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